Conditions Yellow Teeth Teeth are naturally whitish/yellowish but their colour is not static throughout their lifetime. What is tooth discolouration? Teeth can get discoloured over the years for multiple reasons, leaving an appearance of a less healthy, aged dentition. But it can be prevented and easily reversed, so it shouldn’t be in the way of […]
Conditions Tooth Erosion Tooth erosion refers to the gradual loss of the outer layers of the tooth, enamel and dentine. What is Tooth Erosion? Tooth erosion refers to the gradual loss of the outer layers of the tooth, enamel and dentine. Enamel is the hardest and most protective substance in the human body, serving as
Conditions Tartar Tartar, also known as dental calculus, is a hardened deposit that forms on the teeth when plaque accumulates over time and mineralizes. It often appears as a yellow or brownish substance on the tooth surface. Tartar is a common dental condition that affects most people, but it is more severe on those with
Conditions Plaque Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on the teeth and gums. If left untreated, it can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. What is plaque? Dental plaque is a sticky film of bacteria that forms on the teeth and gums. If left untreated, it can lead to tooth decay and gum disease.
Conditions Misaligned Jaw/Bite A misaligned jaw or bite, sometimes referred to as malocclusion, refers to a condition where the upper and lower jaws do not fit together in an usual way. What is a Misaligned Jaw/Bite? A misaligned jaw or bite, sometimes referred to as malocclusion, refers to a condition where the upper and lower
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Conditions Hypodontia Hypodontia is a congenital dental condition characterized by the absence of one or more teeth in the oral cavity below the normal number. What is Hypodontia? Hypodontia is a congenital dental condition characterized by the absence of one or more teeth in the oral cavity below the normal number. Hypodontia can affect different
Conditions Dental Caries Dental caries, commonly known as cavities or tooth decay, are areas of the tooth that have been damaged due to bacterial acid erosion. What are Dental Caries? Dental caries, commonly known as cavities or tooth decay, are areas of the tooth that have been damaged due to bacterial acid erosion. They occur
Conditions Blood Thinners & Oral Health Blood thinner (anticoagulant) medication reduce the natural formation of blood clots inside blood vessels. They are prescribed by GPs to patients considered to be at high risk of developing serious and life-threatening conditions such as heart attack, stroke, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism. What is the relationship between
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Conditions Bite Issues Bite issues, also known as malocclusion, occur when the teeth and jaws are misaligned, leading to problems with how the upper and lower teeth fit together. What are Bite Issues? Bite issues, also known as malocclusion, occur when the teeth and jaws are misaligned, leading to problems with how the upper and
Conditions Tooth Sensitivity Sensitive teeth can be described as an unpleasant shooting sensation felt on occasions across single to multiple teeth in response to certain normal, everyday actions such as drinking or eating something cold and/or acidic, brushing the teeth, and flossing. What is tooth sensitivity? Sensitive teeth can be described as an unpleasant shooting
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